About The Laurels of Sandy Creek
The Laurels Of Sandy Creek, located in Wayland, MI, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose The Laurels of Sandy Creek
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 3 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.18 hrs
- Safety Record Issues
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the CIENA HEALTHCARE/LAUREL HEALTH CARE network. This chain operates 83 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
The Laurels of Sandy Creek provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 5 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 116 | May 21, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 104 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 40.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 7.4% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | N/A |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | N/A |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 4.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 2.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 5.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 94.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 78.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 2.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 26.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 94.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 82.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 4.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 21.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 6.7% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 3 complaints
- 2024: 3 complaints
- 2025: 4 complaints
- 2026: 5 complaints
- Total: 15 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2026 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| Feb 09, 2026 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Oct 07, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Mar 26, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Mar 26, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Mar 26, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Oct 02, 2023 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. |
| Oct 02, 2023 | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. |
| Jun 05, 2023 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
LAUREL HEALTH CARE COMPANY OF WAYLAND
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- SUSAN BARNOSKY CONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- CIENA HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ANIS KHAN CORPORATE OFFICER
- LAUREL HEALTH CARE HOLDINGS INC. OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MOHAMMAD QAZI CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MOHAMMAD QAZI CORPORATE OFFICER
- DAVID STOBB CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Oaks at Jamestown | N/A | 5 |
| Corewell Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center - | N/A | 5 |
| Holland Home Breton Rehabilitation and Living Centre | N/A | 5 |
| Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids | N/A | 5 |
| St Ann's Home | N/A | 5 |
| Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Rehabilitat | N/A | 5 |
| Valley Health Center | N/A | 5 |
| Porter Hills Health Center | N/A | 5 |
| Medilodge of Wyoming | N/A | 5 |
| The Inn at Freedom Village | N/A | 5 |
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact The Laurels of Sandy Creek directly at 2697922249. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.